Al Suhub Rest Area

استراحة السحب

Above the clouds, 600 m over Khorfakkan.

Worth crossing emiratesFreeKhorfakkan, SharjahShow on map4.5(11,098)Google reviews

Why it's worth the trip

The best view on the east coast, free to visit, and magical at sunset or when clouds roll in below you.

About this place

A winding 5.6 km mountain road climbs to this rest area about 600 m above Khorfakkan. From the top you see the whole bay, the port and the Hajar peaks, with a café, play area and viewing terraces. It's also the end point of the popular hike up from Al Rafisah Dam.

Good to know

  • Outdoor
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Parking
  • Before you go

    As you pass through the entrance, you will find a range of wonderful facilities including a luxury restaurant. The complex, built with a carefully-designed, safe road includes viewing points along the way.

Perfect for

  • Instagrammable
  • Sunset spot
  • Scenic views
  • Free
  • Day trip

بالعربي

فوق السحاب، على ارتفاع 600 متر فوق خورفكان.

أجمل إطلالة على الساحل الشرقي، بدخول مجاني، وساحرة وقت الغروب أو حين تمر السحب تحتك.

طريق جبلي متعرج بطول 5.6 كيلومتر يصعد إلى هذه الاستراحة على ارتفاع نحو 600 متر فوق خورفكان. ومن القمة ترى الخليج كله والميناء وقمم جبال الحجر، مع مقهى ومنطقة ألعاب ومنصات مشاهدة. وهي أيضاً نهاية رحلة المشي الشهيرة من سد الرفيصة.

Al Suhub, Khorfakkan, Sharjah, UAE

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